Director of Labor Relations

Our Client's customer base includes virtually every major vehicle manufacturer in the global automotive, commercial vehicle, and off- highway marker. Based in Ohio, the company employs approximately 25,500 people in 26 countries and reported 2008 sales of $8.1 Billion.

Our client is seeking to fill the position of Director of Labor Relations in their Ohio Headquarters.  This position offers High Six Figure Base, Full Relocation, Lucrative Bonus Program and More.

The Director of Labor Relations will be responsible for directing and implementing immediate and long-range strategic planning in the area of labor relations. This position will provide labor relations expertise to both union and non-union operations. In this role, the individual will represent the company in or oversee negotiations of collective bargaining agreements, regulatory proceedings, and employee grievances.

Essential Job Functions:

. Develop collective bargaining strategy and negotiate or oversee negotiation of collective bargaining agreements in collaboration with management
. Develop and maintain effective relationships with operations and union leadership to address and resolve issues and proactively implement effective workplace practices.
. Build relationships with key labor organizations and external representatives.
. Represent the Company at all bargaining sessions as a primary or secondary spokesperson.
. Evaluate and assist with effective resolution of grievances and other local conflicts resulting from the labor agreements
. Prepare for and conduct arbitration cases.
. Counsel managers and employees regarding the interpretation and application of collective bargaining agreements as well as the intent, application, and compliance of requirements of labor and regulatory laws.
. Manage relationships with and costs of outside legal counsel.
. Management training related to positive employee relations and other timely topics

Requirements:
. Candidates will bring a minimum of 10 years of proven experience.
. Strong exposure and relationships with UAW-
. Demonstrated successful track record in the collective bargaining process, including understanding of union organization process, contract negotiations, grievance handling, and labor & management relationships
. Proven skills used to investigate and resolve employee grievances including preparing and defending cases in arbitration.
. Possesses broad range of relationships that could impact the employee/employer relationship. This includes collective bargaining agreements, company policies, practices and ethical obligations. Ability to oversee related investigations and oversee implementation of appropriate resolutions.
. Working knowledge of major labor laws such as National Labor Relations Act, Taft-Hartley, ADA, FMLA and Title VII/Civil Rights Act, OSHA, workers compensation and unemployment.

Education:
. Bachelors degree required in related field - Master degree preferred.

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